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One-Hour TV II

Writers collaborating at a round table.
SCRIPT X 421.4

Go from outline to the first draft script of a one-hour series, mirroring the professional TV writer's room environment.

Duration
As few as 10 weeks
Units
3.0
Current Formats
In Person
Live Online
Cost
Starting at $720.00

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What you can learn.

Refine a script story idea
Write the first script draft
Master the four-act structure
Learn to develop your career plan

About This Course

Mirroring the process that professionals undergo in current episodic series production, this course guides you to write a solid first draft of your script of an existing series and work on polishing it. You begin by refining your story idea and outline as needed and then write your script--focusing on capturing the essence of the show through its act structure, plot and story, multiple storylines, characters, scenes and dialogue. You also learn how to develop your career game plan and the business of the one-hour drama. Students must bring a complete outline to the first class. All student projects must focus on current shows; no pilots.
Prerequisites
SCRIPT X 421.3 One-Hour TV I or SCRIPT X 421.3N One-Hour TV Intensive I or department approval.

Winter 2026 Schedule

Date
Details
Format
 
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Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Instructor:
REG#
406305
Fee:
$720.00
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Remote Classroom
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This a hybrid (In-Person) format course which combines in-person instruction with semi-regular, required live meetings held on Zoom. Please see the course syllabus for specifics. Students must be present at course meeting times as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation.

Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jan 6, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Tue Jan 13, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Online
Tue Jan 20, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Jan 27, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Tue Feb 3, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Tue Feb 10, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Online
Tue Feb 17, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Online
Tue Feb 24, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Remote Learning
Discussion
Tue Mar 3, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Tue Mar 10, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
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Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Instructor:
REG#
406306
Fee:
$720.00
Live Onlineformat icon
Remote Classroom
Enrolling Soon
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Wed Jan 7, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jan 14, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jan 21, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Jan 28, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Feb 4, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Feb 11, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Feb 18, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Feb 25, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Mar 4, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Wed Mar 11, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

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